Karl Alzner

Braden Holtby: A Superstar in the Making?

On April 20, 2012, In News, Playoffs, By Chris Gordon

Photo credit: Patrick McDermott

Braden Holtby. He was simply incredible against the Bruins Thursday night — the only reason why the Caps aren’t down 3-1 heading into Boston. The 22-year-old netminder made 44 saves while allowing a single goal (on a 2-on-1) as the Caps squeaked out a 2-1 victory.

“That’s playoff hockey,” Holtby said after the game. “That’s why it’s so fun — the close games, the close battles. I hope it doesn’t change and I hope that we’re on the high end of it every time.”

After struggling somewhat Monday night (though not as much as the defense) in the Capitals 4-3 loss, this was a hell of a way to bounce back. Throughout the game Holtby was continuously peppered with shots but made save after save.

Just Because: Karl Alzner’s “Crybaby” Taunt for Milan Lucic

On April 17, 2012, In GIF, Playoffs, By Peter Hassett

Credit: welshhockeyfan.tumblr.com

Because this is apparently A Thing now, and because our comments are inundated with semi-literate Boston fans, here’s an animated GIF of Karl Alzner taunting Milan Lucic.

As an antidote, Beccah at Japers Rink wrote a very smart article about how playing the pest won’t work against the Bruins. And there’s a special treat behind the jump for The Alz-Stars (which is our new name for Karl’s fan club).

Tagged with: Alz-Stars • Boston Bruins • Karl Alzner • Milan Lucic • Washington Capitals

Photo: Karl Alzner Taunts Milan Lucic, Tells Him to Stop Crying

On April 16, 2012, In Photos, Playoffs, By Ana Hansen

Photo credit: Stephanie Hakim

We almost feel like we’re watching some kind of bizarre social experiment in this series, as we observe Bruins forward Milan Lucic‘s temper simmer, simmer, and boil over more and more frequently as his line continues to be rather ineffective versus the Caps. These bursts of temper saw Lucic collecting 8 PIMs by the end of the night, though– puzzlingly- the refs seemed to think that it was always necessary to tack a Washington penalty on top, perhaps so Lucic wouldn’t get so lonely in the box. The refs have seen this behavior — he’s acting out for attention– and should know better.

Tagged with: Boston Bruins • Karl Alzner • Milan Lucic • Washington Capitals

Dmitry Orlov Tries to Grow Playoff Beard, Fails

On April 15, 2012, In Photos, Playoffs, By Chris Gordon

Click to enlarge. You know you want to.

I headed up to Arlington today to check out Caps practice. There wasn’t much news out of Kettler but that won’t keep us from trying way too hard to make some.

Twenty-year-old Dmitry Orlov does a lot of things well. He’s plays solid defense, can provide some huge blasts from the point, and is having an all-around fantastic rookie year. One thing, however, is not Dima’s forte: the playoff beard. Karl Alzner’s day job is safe, it appears.

Tagged with: Dmitry Orlov • Karl Alzner • Playoff Beard

Milan Lucic Is Absolutely Terrifying

On April 9, 2012, In Playoffs, By Ana Hansen

Photo credit: Elise Amendola

As of Thursday, the Washington Capitals are officially embarking on a quest for sixteen wins and a big, shiny trophy. There will be many obstacles along their way, the first of which is the scariest team in the entire world, the Boston Bruins. You may have heard stories, legends, even epic ballads about the infamy of the Bruins, especially their scary power forward, Milan Lucic.

Doubtless you have heard from many Boston fans and members of the media since Saturday that Milan Lucic is a pretty big deal, and that the Caps will need to watch out for him. We’re here to second that assessment, and to offer a profile that we hope can come close to touching the sheer awesome power that is the Bruins forward. Don’t eat us, Mr. Lucic.

Tagged with: Braden Holtby • Cody Eakin • Karl Alzner • Milan Lucic • Washington Capitals

Karl Alzner’s Thoughts On Last Night’s Standing Ovation

On April 6, 2012, In Transcription, By Ian Oland

As the final seconds of the third period ticked away, Karl Alzner retreated behind the Capitals net and held onto the puck until time expired. It was a thrilling moment, and 18,506 roaring Caps fans rose to their feet to salute the team for the achievement. After struggling through most of the season, the Capitals finally clinched a playoff berth, ensured by a backhand goal from Alex Semin.

So how did it feel to be on the receiving end of that ovation?

Tagged with: DC101 • Elliot In The Morning • Karl Alzner

After Dreadful Performance, Caps Shift Focus to Final 5 Games

On March 28, 2012, In Interview, News, By Chris Gordon

Photo credit: Rob Carr

If there was one moment that epitomized Tuesday’s game, it came in the waning moments of the second period. With the Capitals on the power play with chance to narrow the Sabres lead to one heading into the final intermission, Keith Aucoin chipped the puck along the boards to Alex Ovechkin, who was playing the point at the blueline. Ovi fumbled the slow moving puck, got out muscled by Jason Pominville and then stumbled to the ice. Pominville finished the sequence by deflating any hope there was on the Capitals bench when his shot hit the back of the net. Ovechkin smashed his stick against the goal post in frustration.

Tagged with: Alex Ovechkin • Brooks Laich • Buffalo Sabres • Dale Hunter • Jason Pominville • Karl Alzner • Washington Capitals

Karl Alzner Talks About About Breaking Up Carlzner, the New Caps System, and What Dale’s Really Like

On March 6, 2012, In Interview, By Ian Oland

Photo credit: Jana Chytilova

Way back on November 26, 2008, Karl Alzner made his NHL debut for the Washington Capitals against the Atlanta Thrashers. Since then he’s played 198 career games in the NHL. Until this season, he’s had one coach, one defensive partner, and a virtual lock on the playoffs.

This season has been different. Bruce Boudreau was fired and Capitals legend Dale Hunter was brought in to lead the team. Hunter has installed a new system and switched up the defensive pairings — removing Alzner away from one of his best friends on the team, John Carlson. The playoffs are no longer a certainty. With fifteen games to go, the Capitals are three points out of the 8th and final playoff spot and may miss the post-season for the first time in five years.

On Saturday, I caught up with Alzner and we spoke about the new system, the switching of partners, and what Dale Hunter’s really like behind closed doors.

Tagged with: Dale Hunter • John Carlson • Karl Alzner

Rangers beat Caps 3-2, Alex Ovechkin MIA

On February 12, 2012, In Game Recap, By Peter Hassett

Photo credit: Scott Levy

Sunday afternoon’s date between the Washington Capitals and New York Rangers was a mixed bag. There were some tasty kibbles of Good Sasha and Chimdog, but also some rancid defensive morsels in there as well. And not nearly enough Ovi snacks, which is supposed to be the best part.

Ryan Callahan stopped the puck with his skate and scored while Neuvy was out of the paint. In the second period, Jason Chimera dropped a pass to Alex Semin, who slapped home the tying goal. Ryan McDonagh put the Rangers up and then promptly injured himself on a bad patch of ice (he came back a few shifts later). Brandon Prust got a 2-on-1 breakaway and scored the shorthanded dagger. John Carlson took a slapper that bobbled under Henrik’s five hole. The Caps valiantly attempted the comeback but ran out of time. Rangers beat Caps 3-2. Continue Reading

Tagged with: Alex Ovechkin • Alex Semin • Karl Alzner • Michal Neuvirth • New York Rangers • Washington Capitals

Bruins beats Caps 4-1, Brooks Laich Injured

On February 5, 2012, In Game Recap, GIF, By Peter Hassett

The Washington Capitals returned to Verizon Center for a matinee match with the Boston Bruins, their second game in 24 hours. Disaster.

Milan Lucic scored after a bad read by Dennis Wideman gave him an opening. Brad Marchand made it 2-0 after Karl Alzner and John Carlson funneled the puck to their own crease. Marchand set up Tyler Seguin for the game’s third– and the second in which Dennis Wideman lost his man. A gorgeous 200-foot series culminated in a goal by Marcus Johansson (or Ward, whatever) and the end of Tim Thomas’s Sovereign Shutout. Peverly got the empty netter. Bruins beat Caps 4-1.

Tagged with: Alex Ovechkin • Boston Bruins • Brooks Laich • Dmitry Orlov • Karl Alzner • Keith Aucoin • Mike Knuble • Tim Thomas • Washington Capitals

Russian Machine Never Breaks

Braden Holtby: A Superstar in the Making?

Just Because: Karl Alzner’s “Crybaby” Taunt for Milan Lucic

Photo: Karl Alzner Taunts Milan Lucic, Tells Him to Stop Crying

Dmitry Orlov Tries to Grow Playoff Beard, Fails

Milan Lucic Is Absolutely Terrifying

Karl Alzner’s Thoughts On Last Night’s Standing Ovation

After Dreadful Performance, Caps Shift Focus to Final 5 Games

Karl Alzner Talks About About Breaking Up Carlzner, the New Caps System, and What Dale’s Really Like

Rangers beat Caps 3-2, Alex Ovechkin MIA

Bruins beats Caps 4-1, Brooks Laich Injured

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